Arnaut Blowing Smoke at the Nose of His Dog 1882

"Arnaut Blowing Smoke at the Nose of His Dog" (1882) by Jean-Léon Gérôme is a painting depicting a man in traditional Middle Eastern clothing seated on a divan blowing smoke from a pipe into the face of a dog. The detailed scene is typical of Gérôme's Orientalist paintings which are characterized by their meticulous attention to detail and their romanticized depiction of the Middle East. Gérôme was a French painter known for his academic realism and historical subjects, often capturing the essence of ancient cultures and stories. This particular painting depicts a scene of leisurely enjoyment and showcases the artist's mastery of light and shadow.